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Summer Reading Challenge: Read, Renew, Repeat!

All Day 6/1 - 8/3
Virtual at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Excitement and fun await those who journey to the Eisenhower Library to participate in our Summer Reading Challenge, Read, Renew, Repeat!This summer, kids, teens, and adults who si...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Excitement and fun await those who journey to the Eisenhower Library to participate in our Summer Reading Challenge, Read, Renew, Repeat!

Colorful felt balls on a blue background representing Arts & Craft programs

Take & Make Felt Succulents

All Day 6/1 - 8/31
No Location at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors,
Event Details:

A succulent is a type of plant that stores water in its leaves and can survive through months of drought, similar to cacti. They have gained popularity due to how easy they are to ...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: No Location
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

A succulent is a type of plant that stores water in its leaves and can survive through months of drought, similar to cacti. They have gained popularity due to how easy they are to take care of.

Independence Day

All Day
Eisenhower Public Library District

We will be closed today in celebration of Independence Day.

Closing
Branches:
Eisenhower Public Library District
Description:

We will be closed today in celebration of Independence Day.

Tots and PreK Fun Day: Egg Drop

Friday, July 5, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Ages 2-5 with an adult. This months theme will be Egg Drop! Humpty Dumpty fell off a wall. We are going to try to keep him safe! Littles, grab your adults and help Humpty Dump...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Ages 2-5 with an adult. 

This months theme will be Egg Drop! Humpty Dumpty fell off a wall. We are going to try to keep him safe! Littles, grab your adults and help Humpty Dumpty not break.

Additional Information

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Priority for Kids World programs is given to residents of Norridge and Harwood Heights with Eisenhower Library cards. Others will be placed on a pending waiting list and, if possible, moved to the main list 24 hours before the program.

Music at the Blissful

Music at the Blissful

Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Ages 12 and under.Award Winning, National Touring Children's Musician, Music at the Blissful (AKA Evan Haller) comes to Eisenhower for a fun-filled, interactive, movement-packed mu...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Performance
Required
Seats Remaining: 47
Event Details:

Ages 12 and under.

Additional Information

Priority for Kids World programs is given to residents of Norridge and Harwood Heights with Eisenhower Library cards. Others will be placed on a pending waiting list and, if possible, moved to the main list 24 hours before the program.

If your child is under age 7, please plan to be present at this event. Drop offs of children under 7 will not be permitted.

Join us for Storytime

Drop-In Toddler Time Storytime

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

For walking tots up to 35 months with an adult.This weekly toddler storytime will involve engaging pre-literacy activities: talking, singing, reading, writing and playing!We ask th...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For walking tots up to 35 months with an adult.

This weekly toddler storytime will involve engaging pre-literacy activities: talking, singing, reading, writing and playing!

We ask that families attend one Storytime each week. 

Additional Information

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Join us for storytime

Drop-In Pre-School Pals Storytime

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

For children ages 3 to 5 years with an optional adult.We will focus on what kids learn in preschool with songs and stories!We ask that families attend one Storytime each week. ...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For children ages 3 to 5 years with an optional adult.

We will focus on what kids learn in preschool with songs and stories!

We ask that families attend one Storytime each week. 

Join us for Storytime

Drop-In Little Movers Storytime

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

For walking tots up to 35 months with an adult.Let's move and groove to stories and rhymes! This storytime combines pre-literacy with gross motor skills and is perfect for the youn...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For walking tots up to 35 months with an adult.

Additional Information

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Join us for storytime

Drop-In Family Morning Storytime

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

For children of all ages. If your child is under age 3, please plan to be present at this event. Drop offs of children under 3 will not be permitted.With stories and activities for...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For children of all ages. If your child is under age 3, please plan to be present at this event. Drop offs of children under 3 will not be permitted.

Join us for storytime

Drop-In Family Afternoon Storytime

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

For children of all ages. If your child is under age 3, please plan to be present at this event. Drop offs of children under 3 will not be permitted.With stories and activities for...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For children of all ages. If your child is under age 3, please plan to be present at this event. Drop offs of children under 3 will not be permitted.

Two hands reading out to each other representing Community events.

Adaptive Hour

Sunday, July 14, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
No Location at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Families with children 12 and under who have a diagnosis or disability are invited to visit the Kids World Department for a special hour exclusively for you! Kids will be able to d...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: No Location
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Families with children 12 and under who have a diagnosis or disability are invited to visit the Kids World Department for a special hour exclusively for you! Kids will be able to do crafts, explore Kids World.

Additional Information

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Priority for Kids World programs is given to residents of Norridge and Harwood Heights with Eisenhower Library cards. Others will be placed on a pending waiting list and, if possible, moved to the main list 24 hours before the program.

Take Flight with Paper Airplanes

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Grades 4-6Learn about historic pilots and their famous airplanes as we use STEAM to create our own paper airplanes!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Grades 4-6

Learn about historic pilots and their famous airplanes as we use STEAM to create our own paper airplanes!

Additional Information

Priority for Kids World programs is given to residents of Norridge and Harwood Heights with Eisenhower Library cards. Others will be placed on a pending waiting list and, if possible, moved to the main list 24 hours before the program.

Join us for Storytime

Drop-In Toddler Time Storytime

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

For walking tots up to 35 months with an adult.This weekly toddler storytime will involve engaging pre-literacy activities: talking, singing, reading, writing and playing!We ask th...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For walking tots up to 35 months with an adult.

This weekly toddler storytime will involve engaging pre-literacy activities: talking, singing, reading, writing and playing!

We ask that families attend one Storytime each week. 

Additional Information

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Join us for storytime

Drop-In Pre-School Pals Storytime

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

For children ages 3 to 5 years with an optional adult.We will focus on what kids learn in preschool with songs and stories!We ask that families attend one Storytime each week. ...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For children ages 3 to 5 years with an optional adult.

We will focus on what kids learn in preschool with songs and stories!

We ask that families attend one Storytime each week. 

Join us for Storytime

Drop-In Little Movers Storytime

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

For walking tots up to 35 months with an adult.Let's move and groove to stories and rhymes! This storytime combines pre-literacy with gross motor skills and is perfect for the youn...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For walking tots up to 35 months with an adult.

Additional Information

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Join us for storytime

Drop-In Family Morning Storytime

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

For children of all ages. If your child is under age 3, please plan to be present at this event. Drop offs of children under 3 will not be permitted.With stories and activities for...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For children of all ages. If your child is under age 3, please plan to be present at this event. Drop offs of children under 3 will not be permitted.

Colorful felt balls on a blue background representing Arts & Craft programs

Youth Model Building

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Join others who are interested in model building. Learn new skills and techniques. Work on your own project and get advice on making your project look it's very best. For modelers ...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Workshop
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join others who are interested in model building. Learn new skills and techniques. Work on your own project and get advice on making your project look it's very best. For modelers ages 8-17.

Additional Information

If your child is under age 13, please plan to be present at this event. Drop offs of children under 13 will not be permitted.

Join us for storytime

Drop-In Family Afternoon Storytime

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

For children of all ages. If your child is under age 3, please plan to be present at this event. Drop offs of children under 3 will not be permitted.With stories and activities for...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For children of all ages. If your child is under age 3, please plan to be present at this event. Drop offs of children under 3 will not be permitted.

Craft supplies

Kids Summer Craft Day (Morning)

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Drop-In. Ages 12 & underStop by to make three summertime crafts. While supplies last.

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop-In. Ages 12 & under

Stop by to make three summertime crafts. While supplies last.

Additional Information

If your child is under age 7, please plan to be present at this event. Drop offs of children under 7 will not be permitted.

Craft supplies

Kids Summer Craft Day (Afternoon)

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Drop-In. Ages 12 & underStop by to make three summertime crafts. While supplies last.

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop-In. Ages 12 & under

Stop by to make three summertime crafts. While supplies last.

Additional Information

If your child is under age 7, please plan to be present at this event. Drop offs of children under 7 will not be permitted.

Join us for Storytime

Drop-In Toddler Time Storytime

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

For walking tots up to 35 months with an adult.This weekly toddler storytime will involve engaging pre-literacy activities: talking, singing, reading, writing and playing!We ask th...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For walking tots up to 35 months with an adult.

This weekly toddler storytime will involve engaging pre-literacy activities: talking, singing, reading, writing and playing!

We ask that families attend one Storytime each week. 

Additional Information

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Join us for storytime

Drop-In Pre-School Pals Storytime

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

For children ages 3 to 5 years with an optional adult.We will focus on what kids learn in preschool with songs and stories!We ask that families attend one Storytime each week. ...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For children ages 3 to 5 years with an optional adult.

We will focus on what kids learn in preschool with songs and stories!

We ask that families attend one Storytime each week. 

Pile of Lego Bricks

Lego Day

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Ages 4-7. Registration Required.Using the Library’s Lego collection, let’s have fun building a display for the Kids World display.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Ages 4-7. Registration Required.

Using the Library’s Lego collection, let’s have fun building a display for the Kids World display.

Additional Information

Priority for Kids World programs is given to residents of Norridge and Harwood Heights with Eisenhower Library cards. Others will be placed on a pending waiting list and, if possible, moved to the main list 24 hours before the program.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Join us for Storytime

Drop-In Little Movers Storytime

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

For walking tots up to 35 months with an adult.Let's move and groove to stories and rhymes! This storytime combines pre-literacy with gross motor skills and is perfect for the youn...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For walking tots up to 35 months with an adult.

Additional Information

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.